Unweaving Chronic Pain

Ever feel like you’re doing everything right—you’re aware, you’re healing, you're even making progress—and then suddenly… you shut down?
The good thing starts, and your system slams on the brakes. You go numb. You feel “gray.”
You’re not broken. You’re stuck in a nervous system protection pattern—and this episode is for you.

In this powerful live coaching conversation, returning guest and entrepreneur Isa Gautschi shares what it feels like to hit that emotional flatline—even when life is technically fine. Together, we explore why shutdown happens, how it often shows up when things are safe (not just scary), and how to begin shifting out of it.

We also break down:

• The SHRINK response and how it keeps you trapped in perfectionism, avoidance, and overthinking

• What to do when your system sees good things as a threat

• Why you can’t “just take action” (and why that’s not the problem)

• How to begin dissolving patterns that keep you stuck—and take aligned steps forward

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You’ve read the books. Taken the courses. Done the therapy. But you're still stuck—trapped in a loop of overthinking, overdoing, or overwhelmed healing. Sound familiar?

In this raw and real episode, Dr. Andrea Moore shares the true root cause of stuckness that most trauma-informed, somatic, and self-help work completely misses. And she introduces her new self-paced course, Meet Yourself: The Key to Getting Unstuck, designed specifically for people like you—those who know where they want to go but just can’t seem to take that next step.

• Why nervous system tools, journaling, or therapy might be reinforcing your stuckness

• How healing and overachieving can both become subtle traps

• Why "doing more" (even more rest) isn’t always the answer

• How striving for a better version of yourself can backfire

• The mindset shift and somatic practice that finally moves people forward

• The one thing you need before any practice or protocol can actually work

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• You’ve done so much healing but still can’t move forward

• You’re stuck in perfectionism, burnout, or spiraling thoughts

• You know the direction you want to go but feel frozen

• You feel like something invisible is holding you back—and you're ready to break through it

• You’re tired of 12-week programs and just want something short, real, and effective

🔑 What You’ll Learn:🛠 Mentioned in This Episode:⚡ Who This Episode Is For:

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Think your chronic tension, poor sleep, or jaw pain has nothing to do with how your tongue rests in your mouth? Think again.

In this raw and mind-blowingly informative episode, Dr. Andrea Moore sits down with Sara Mercier, a registered dental hygienist and orofacial myofunctional therapist, to unravel the wildly underappreciated role of your tongue, jaw, and breathing in everything from chronic pain to nervous system regulation.

Together, they explore:

• What orofacial myofunctional therapy actually is—and why you’ve likely never heard of it

• How improper tongue posture can mess with your breathing, sleep, nervous system, AND facial development

• Why nasal breathing isn’t just “ideal”—it’s foundational to healing and performance

• The shocking links between tongue ties, ADHD, anxiety, and musculoskeletal issues

• Why some people feel instant relief (like open hips and better sleep) after a tongue tie release

• The ethics of therapy, informed choice, and knowing when to stop spinning your wheels

• Yes, even… why Sarah analyzes celebrity mouths on Instagram (and why people get so dang upset about it)

Andrea also shares her own vulnerable story about her son’s tongue tie release, the tough decisions involved, and how even as a seasoned PT, she’s constantly learning how interconnected the body truly is.

This is the episode that will make you stare at your own tongue in the mirror—and question everything you thought you knew about healing.

🔗 Resources & Links:Take Sara’s free symptom quiz & learn more about virtual myofunctional therapy: https://revealmyotherapy.com

• Follow Sara for education, myth-busting, and (hilariously honest) celebrity mouth analyses:
• Instagram & TikTok: @healthy_mouth_healthy_life

This is the very first of a brand new series: Real People, Raw Healing. No gurus, no sugarcoating—just unfiltered conversations about the messy, human side of growth. Commentary included. This is what “doing the work” actually looks like.Apply here to be part of this new series: https://forms.gle/MqQCEQTeTTR6tXYR8

In this first episode of Real People, Raw Healing, I sit down with Carrie—a psychic medium, energy healer, and single mom—who’s overwhelmed by chronic pain, emotional burnout, and the unrelenting pressure of being “the strong one.”

We explore what happens when empaths, spiritual practitioners, and trauma-informed helpers take on too much energy—and stop taking care of themselves. This conversation covers nervous system regulation, emotional boundaries, overgiving, perfectionism, and the trauma loops that quietly sabotage healing.

Throughout the episode, I also pop in with reflective commentary to highlight deeper patterns—helping listeners recognize their own blind spots and avoid the most common mistakes in the healing process.

Whether you’re a sensitive overfunctioner, a spiritual service provider, or just someone who feels emotionally stuck, this episode will help you understand how to start honoring your needs again—and what true resilience actually requires.

🔍 Topics We Cover:

• How chronic pain and trauma impact energy healers

• Emotional burnout and nervous system dysregulation

• The cost of emotional over-responsibility (especially for parents)

• When helping others becomes a trauma response

• Boundaries for empaths and highly sensitive people

• Why women often undercharge—and how that keeps them stuck

• Shifting out of survival mode through nervous system safety

• Reconnecting with your body after years of disconnect

• What it really looks like to “do the work” when healing is messy

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Website → www.drandreamoore.com

• 💻 Ready to take the next step? Book your discovery call today: ⁠⁠www.drandreamoore.com/schedule⁠⁠.
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Tired of chasing symptoms, following rigid protocols, or dropping thousands on lab tests—only to feel stuck in the same cycle? You're not alone. In this episode, I’m joined by Andrea Nakayama, Functional Medicine Nutritionist, educator, speaker, and host of the award-winning 15-Minute Matrix podcast.

Andrea shares how the conventional model—even when it's labeled "functional"—often misses the most critical piece of healing: the person. We explore how narrative, nervous system regulation, and foundational lifestyle shifts are often more powerful than the next flashy protocol.

This conversation is for anyone navigating chronic illness, burnout, or information overload—and wondering if there’s a simpler, more grounded way forward. Spoiler alert: there is.

✨ What You’ll Learn:

• Why lab tests and protocols often fail people with chronic conditions
• The power of narrative medicine and why your story matters
• How “slow down to speed up” might be the missing key to healing
• Andrea’s Three Roots, Many Branches framework
• What true functional nutrition looks like (and why it’s not just about food)
• Why nervous system safety is non-negotiable for digestion and healing
• How to navigate the gray area between restriction and nourishment

👤 Guest Bio:
Andrea Nakayama is an internationally known Functional Medicine Nutritionist, founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance, and host of the 15-Minute Matrix podcast. She’s training thousands of practitioners worldwide in a root-cause, systems-based approach that’s revolutionizing care for people with chronic conditions. Her work empowers both patients and providers to move beyond cookie-cutter protocols and toward truly individualized healing.

🔗 Links & Resources:

• Andrea Nakayama’s Website
• Functional Nutrition Alliance
• 15-Minute Matrix Podcast
• Follow Andrea on Instagram: @andreanakayama

💥 Let’s Stay Connected:

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Are you stuck in a cycle of overthinking, burnout, and anxiety? Do you feel like perfectionism and people-pleasing are running your life? In this episode, I sit down with Heather Lillico, a nutritionist, yoga and meditation teacher, and founder of the Cultivating Calm app, to discuss how to overcome anxiety naturally and reclaim your peace of mind. Heather shares her personal journey from high-functioning anxiety to a balanced, fulfilling life—and how you can do the same.

We cover:
✅ The hidden ways perfectionism fuels anxiety
✅ How to recognize self-sabotaging patterns and break free
✅ 3 major misconceptions about anxiety that hold you back
✅ The Cultivating Calm Method: A simple, evidence-based approach to reducing anxiety
✅ Why conventional approaches like therapy and medication may not be enough—and what to do instead
✅ How to build resilience and emotional capacity to stop fear from controlling your life

If you’re tired of anxiety dictating your choices and keeping you stuck, this episode is for you!

[00:22] Heather’s personal journey: How her first panic attack changed everything
[01:07] The truth behind high-functioning anxiety and perfectionism
[02:58] Small, simple habits that create massive shifts in anxiety relief
[09:51] The 3 biggest myths about anxiety (and what to believe instead)
[16:11] How to rewire your nervous system to feel safe with discomfort
[20:47] Why food, movement, and mindfulness are essential for mental health
[28:57] How to create an anxiety-free morning routine (without overcomplicating it)
[39:09] Heather’s game-changing journaling practice to transform your mindset

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Ever wonder what it's really like to navigate chronic pain—not just the polished success stories, but the raw, unfiltered truth? In this episode of The Unweaving Chronic Pain Podcast, I sit down with former client Anna Ipsen, who shares her real, ongoing journey with chronic pain, anxiety, and the mind-body connection.

Anna opens up about:
✔️ The fear-pain cycle and how it kept her stuck for years
✔️ Why medical answers didn’t solve her pain—and what finally started to help
✔️ The biggest mindset shifts that made a difference in her healing
✔️ How she went from avoiding life to booking a solo trip to Belize
✔️ What happens when pain still flares up—and how she handles it differently now

Anna's story is a must-listen if you’ve ever felt frustrated, hopeless, or stuck in your healing journey. Whether you're deep in the chronic pain cycle or just starting to explore the mind-body connection, this conversation is packed with real-life insights, humor, and hard-earned wisdom.

🔗 Ready to take the next step in your healing journey? Book a Step Into Resilience Call with Dr. Andrea Moore to finally move through chronic pain with ease. Schedule here.

From overcoming the heaviness of the "stuck zone" to celebrating small, consistent wins, this episode is packed with actionable steps to help you move forward with ease. Whether you’re trying to form a new habit, start your day with more intention, or simply get unstuck, the HOW Method will guide you every step of the way.

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Join me as I embark on an eye-opening journey through the intertwining worlds of politics and personal growth, inspired by my husband's candidacy for state representative in Kentucky. As we navigate this unexpected political landscape, I share how my priorities have shifted, leading to a temporary pause in my business and podcasting ventures. This experience has not only introduced new responsibilities at home but has also offered valuable insights into balancing family life with political campaigning, just as the election day draws near on November 5th.

Listen in as I explore the crucial importance of political engagement and the personal conflicts that arise when balancing professional and political commitments. Through candid reflections, I discuss the internal struggle between supporting my husband's campaign and continuing to grow my business, ultimately finding relief in prioritizing personal values. Despite facing external judgments, I underscore the privilege and freedom of living in a democratic society, emphasizing the need for informed voting and active participation in local politics to shape a better future.

Discover the significance of inner work in overcoming fear-based decision-making, particularly in the context of political discourse. I share experiences from canvassing, highlighting how reactions often stem from fear rather than informed choices, and stress the importance of shifting to a growth mindset. Through personal anecdotes and historical examples, I illustrate the urgency of preserving democracy and personal safety. This episode serves as a heartfelt reminder of the privileges we enjoy and the ongoing responsibility to protect and expand our freedoms for a safer and freer society.